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Council heard an IDOT presentation on the I-80 project and construction/traffic impacts to Joliet; reviewed a lengthy consent agenda with multiple contract awards and renewals (streetlight painting, pavement marking, traffic barriers, IT and AV renewals, lead service line change order, etc.); considered several zoning and land-use items including self-storage proposals, a residential zoning variation, roadway vacations and easement plats; heard public comments; and voted to enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition/conveyance, and pending or threatened litigation.
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IDOT updated the council on the I-80 project, which will affect construction schedules and traffic in Joliet. The council reviewed many contracts and local development requests that could affect streets, utilities, and nearby properties. The meeting ended with a unanimous vote to go into a private (closed) session where elected officials will discuss personnel, labor negotiations, potential real estate deals, and legal matters.
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